Locums Orthopedic Surgeon

Vetted Solutions; Bullhead City (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a locum tenens physician to provide inpatient and outpatient care with flexible scheduling for clinic, surgery, and call duties in Bullhead City, AZ.

The role involves managing 5-7 patients per shift, hospital admissions, and participation in joint procedures like scopes. Strong communication is essential, and hospital privileges are required. Travel and housing support are provided through the agency.

Qualifications

• Inpatient and outpatient care capabilities.
• Must hold valid hospital privileges.
• Experience with joint procedures and scopes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care and coordinate hospital admissions.
• Maintain hospital privileges and participate in procedures.
• Utilize online portal for assignment details and time entry.

Skills

Inpatient care

Outpatient care

Joint procedures

Scopes

Hospital privileges

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Role

Provide inpatient and outpatient care as a locum tenens physician with flexible scheduling for clinic, surgery, and call duties.

Responsibilities

Manage 5-7 patients per shift, perform hospital admissions (average of 6 or fewer during call), conduct phone consults, and participate in joint procedures, including scopes. Ensure hospital privileges are maintained.

Qualifications & Skills

Ability to handle both inpatient and outpatient cases, proficiency in joint procedures and scopes preferred, and valid hospital privileges required. Strong communication skills for phone consults are essential.

Key Duties

Deliver quality patient care, coordinate hospital admissions, and support hospital privileges maintenance. Utilize online portal for assignment details and time entry.

Benefits & Support

Paid malpractice insurance, pre-paid travel and housing expenses, competitive pay, and 24-hour access to a dedicated consultant. Recognized as a charter member of NALTO, with extensive experience in locum tenens staffing since 1995.